Summer Lawn Survival Guide: Keep Your Lawn Green in the Heat
Summer is Coming Soon – Here’s How to Keep Your Lawn Green in the Heat
Summer is coming soon—and while that means backyard barbecues, pool days, and soaking up the sun, it also means your lawn is about to face some serious stress. Heat, drought, and heavy foot traffic can quickly turn that lush green lawn into a patchy brown mess if you’re not prepared.
At Nature’s View Lawnscapes, we’re here to make sure your lawn doesn’t just survive summer—it thrives. Here are our top tips to help your grass stay healthy and vibrant all season long.
1.
Water Smart, Not More
When temperatures rise, the instinct is to water more—but how you water matters more than how much. Water deeply and less frequently (about 1 inch per week), ideally early in the morning. This encourages deeper root growth and reduces evaporation. Avoid watering at night, which can promote disease.
2. Raise Your Mower Blades
Scalping your lawn in the summer is a fast track to brown, stressed grass. Set your mower height to 3–3.5 inches to shade the soil, retain moisture, and reduce weed growth. Bonus: taller grass develops deeper roots, making it more drought-resistant.
3. Don’t Skip Fertilizer—But Be Careful
Your lawn still needs nutrients in the summer, especially if it’s actively growing. But over-fertilizing during extreme heat can burn the grass. We recommend using a slow-release, balanced fertilizer and avoiding treatments during peak heat. Want a stress-free solution? Let us handle the timing and formulas for you.
4. Control Weeds Before They Take Over
Summer weeds like crabgrass thrive in heat and can quickly take over weakened turf. A proper pre-emergent in the spring helps, but spot-treating in the summer is often necessary. Our team can safely manage weed problems without damaging your existing grass.
5. Aeration and Overseeding: Plan Ahead
While aeration and overseeding are best done in early fall, summer is the perfect time to schedule it. Planning ahead ensures your lawn gets what it needs when it needs it—especially after a tough summer.
Need a Hand This Summer?
Nature’s View Lawnscapes offers customized lawn care plans tailored to the hot, humid Upstate South Carolina summers. Whether it’s fertilization, weed control, or ongoing lawn maintenance, we’ll make sure your yard stays beautiful—without the guesswork.
Get ahead of the heat—give us a call at 864-416-5119
